The Corries – Bonnet, Belt and Sword (Scottish Folk, Vinyl LP) Fontana STL.5401

The Corries – Bonnet, Belt and Sword (Scottish Folk, Vinyl LP) Fontana STL.5401

Label: Fontana Records – The White Heather Series Format: Vinyl LP, Stereo Country: UK Genre: Scottish Folk / Traditional / Balladry Year: 1967

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Tracklist

Side One: Hot Asphalt • Cam Ye O’er Frae France • Joy of My Heart • The Jolly Beggar • Bring Back My Granny to Me / My Brother Bill’s a Fireman • Glenlyon Lament • Johnny Cope

Side Two: Gaberlunzie King • Haughs o’ Cromdale • Banks of Newfoundland • Parcel o’ Rogues • North Sea Shoals • Katie Beardie / Oor Wee School • I Once Loved a Lass • Blow Ye Winds

Description

Bonnet, Belt and Sword was released in 1967 by Fontana Records as part of its White Heather Series, a catalog dedicated to traditional Scottish music. The album features Roy Williamson and Ronnie Browne performing a mix of historical ballads, Jacobite songs, and maritime folk, arranged for voice, guitar, mandolin, and whistle. The title references the symbolic attire of Scottish warriors and patriots, setting the tone for a program steeped in national heritage and storytelling.

The arrangements are credited to Browne and Williamson, with one contribution from Scottish songwriter H.S. Robertson. The material includes both well‑known traditional pieces (“Johnny Cope,” “Parcel o’ Rogues”) and lesser‑recorded songs such as “North Sea Shoals” and “Glenlyon Lament.” The duo’s vocal harmonies and instrumental interplay reflect their early studio style, prior to the introduction of the combolins that would define their later sound.

Complete Condition

Jacket ✔️9 slight age wear

 Vinyl ✔️10 both sides

 Labels ✔️10

Listing # ✔️R81